Department Head – OSD Production | Sulaymaniyah, Iraq

Location

Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

Job Category

• Manufacturing & Production
• Healthcare & Medical
• Science & Research
• Engineering & Technical
• Operations & Supply Chain

Job Overview

A leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organization in Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, is seeking an experienced Department Head – OSD Production to lead oral solid dosage manufacturing operations. The role is suited to an experienced pharmaceutical manufacturing professional with 10–15+ years of hands-on experience and strong exposure to both Oncology and Non-Oncology OSD production.

The successful candidate will provide shop-floor leadership across production planning, manufacturing operations, troubleshooting, manpower management, quality systems, and cross-functional coordination. The role requires strong knowledge of GMP, QMS, SOPs, BMR/BPRs, deviations, CAPA, change controls, investigations, audits, inspections, and regulatory requirements.

This position provides an opportunity for experienced pharmaceutical professionals to take on a senior manufacturing leadership role within an international pharmaceutical environment. Professional development, technical training, GMP expertise, and continued pharmaceutical manufacturing specialization can support long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day OSD manufacturing operations across the production department.
• Manage both Oncology and Non-Oncology OSD production activities.
• Provide hands-on leadership and troubleshooting support on the manufacturing shop floor.
• Plan production activities and ensure effective execution against production requirements.
• Manage manpower allocation, team performance, and production resources.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, QMS, SOPs, and pharmaceutical manufacturing procedures.
• Review and manage BMRs, BPRs, SOPs, deviations, CAPA, change controls, and investigations.
• Coordinate with QA, QC, Engineering, Warehouse, PPIC, EHS, and other support functions.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate manufacturing issues and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain strong standards for documentation, quality, safety, and operational compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement across OSD manufacturing processes and shop-floor operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in OSD manufacturing.
• Mandatory experience in both Oncology and Non-Oncology OSD production.
• Proven shop-floor manufacturing and troubleshooting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and Quality Management Systems.
• Strong practical experience with:
  • SOPs
  • BMRs/BPRs
  • Deviations
  • CAPA
  • Change Controls
  • Investigations
• Experience in production planning and manpower management.
• Proven team leadership and cross-functional coordination capabilities.
• Experience supporting audits, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing documentation and compliance.
• Ability to work in a hands-on, shop-floor-oriented leadership role.
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience in GCC markets is highly relevant.
• Candidates from India and Egypt are welcome to apply if willing to relocate to Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary and compensation details have not been provided by the employer.

The role provides an opportunity to lead OSD pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in an international environment. The position offers scope for leadership development, professional development, GMP and QMS expertise, technical training, and long-term career progression within pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Relocation

Candidates currently based in GCC countries, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain, are highly preferred.

Experienced professionals from India and Egypt are also encouraged to apply, provided they are willing to relocate to Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.

Application Process

Apply through the designated application process.

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